No bail for accused in sisters’ shooting

Malvin Taylor, who is accused of attempting to murder his wife and sister-in-law, was yesterday denied bail once more, after acting Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry found that he was a possible flight risk and may tamper with witnesses.

Present at yesterday’s hearing was Sharon Taylor, who had to be propped up by her sister, Michelle Richards, as they sat in the courtroom. Taylor’s legs were heavily bandaged and in a cast and she appeared to be in much pain. The Magistrate granted the injured woman leave from the courtroom, noting that she appeared to have been in “obvious discomfort.” Sharon, who cried out in pain, was moments later lifted out of the court by relatives.

Taylor, 34, of 51 ‘D’ Field, Sophia is alleged to have attempted to murder both women by discharging a loaded firearm at them on January 26 at Quamina Street, Georgetown. On the same day, he is